Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
David Warren
Australian scientist who invented the "black box" flight data recorder -- via the Telegraph
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
Marian Slingova-Fagan
Activist suffered solitary confinement in Czechoslovakia -- via the Independent
Charles Benjamin Gittings Jr.
Activist fought prisoner abuses, especially those in the War on Terror -- via the Washington Post
Pius Njawe
Cameroonian journalist who fought corruption nad braved over 100 arrests -- via the Washington Post
Peter Fernandez
Actor, writer and director was the voice of "Speed Racer" and converted Japanese anime TV series into American hit -- via the New York Times
Hank Cochran
Singer/songwriter wrote many country classics, including "I Fall to Pieces" and "Make the World Go Away" -- via the New York Times
Vonetta McGee
Actress -- via the New York Times. Best known for her work in the "blaxploitation" subgenre, but a fine performer!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Sir Charles Mackerras
One of the greatest conductors of the past 50 years -- via AP. I have listened to dozens of his recordings over and over, especially his wonderful treatments of Janacek. He really opened my eyes and delighted my ears! Thank you, Sir Charles!
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